One step closer to the long weekend, Victoria!
Make your Thursday a great one with a Ska show at Lucky Bar, a haunted carriage tour, a bagpipe performance in Sidney and more.
Whether it’s a quiet night with friends, a relaxed beach walk or a late night, we’ve got you covered!
Here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Thursday, October 10th:
Carlos Núñez at Mary Winspear Centre
Don’t miss one of the world’s top bagpipers, Carlos Núñez!
He’s been dubbed the “Jimi Hendrix of the Bagpipe”, and has attained pop star status—whether in front of a folk crowd, in a symphony hall, or performing in a cathedral, he’s been captivating audiences all over the world since his debut in 1996.
Tickets are just over $56 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney
- When: Thursday, October 10th at 7:30 p.m.
Island Ska Thanksgiving Special at Lucky Bar
Lucky Bar is hosting a much-anticipated Ska show, featuring a major lineup of must-see bands.
KMAN & THE 45s are making an appearance for the first time since the pandemic, which was a show that sold out weeks in advance—they’re finally back to grace our stages again.
Other performers include Dope Soda, Gun Street Ghouls and Dany Laj & The Looks.
Tickets are $22 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Lucky Bar, 517 Yates Street
- When: Thursday, October 10th from 7 p.m. to 11:55 p.m.
Tally Ho Haunted Halloween Tours
Experience the dark and twisted tales of Victoria’s past, specifically surrounding the city’s most infamous haunted buildings and the spine-tingling ghosts that linger there.
The Haunted Halloween tours kicked off on October 1st and will run until October 31st, so there’s plenty of time to spice up your scary season!
Each tour lasts an hour and are priced at $275 per carriage. You can book your Haunted Halloween tour on their website!
- Where: Starts at the corner of Belleville and Menzies Street
- When: Thursday, October 10th—timeslots vary
Dallas Road/Ogden point
This stretch of of the coast is popular for a reason! The entire length of Dallas Road is neighboured with breathtaking views of the ocean and there are multiple staircases along the path for beach access points.
Where Dallas Road meets Dock Street, you’ll find the Breakwater access that takes you along a elevated path out over the water.
Plus, anywhere along Dallas is a great place to watch the sunset if the weather cooperates and that’s what you’re feeling!
- Where: The entire stretch of Dallas Road has beach access points and lookouts
- When: Thursday, October 10th—whenever your heart desires
End Dive
If you’re looking for a moody and hipster atmosphere combined with sophisticated exposed brick and a backlit bar, End Dive is for you.
They feature a unique list of uniquely crafted cocktails as well as some delicious food menu items that have received wonderful reviews.
View their sample menu here.
- Where: End Dive, 1802 Government Street
- When: Thursday, October 10th from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
